We’ve analyzed data from Consumer Reports, What Car, Carbuyer, and ADAC (among others) to find out about technical and electrical issues. See the vehicles that made Consumer Reports’ annual Top Picks in 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, and 2012.Some institutions collect information from insurance companies and repair shops to determine how often various cars break down. Given there are so many more EVs on the market, for the first time, two electric vehicles are on the Top Picks list. Our Green Choice designation (indicated by a leaf icon in our ratings) is awarded to gas-powered, hybrid, and electric cars that are in the top 20 percent of all cars on the market for having the cleanest emissions, based on EPA data. Our Top Picks list is a collection of cars, SUVs, and trucks with standout performance across the board. These significantly redesigned models weren’t on sale in time to be included, which made room for other impressive models to appear on this year’s Top Picks list.

Notably absent this year, however, are two perennial picks: the Lexus RX and Toyota Prius. It’s no surprise that Toyotas, which have historically featured prominently on our list, are again well represented: They’re known for having good all-around performance, fuel economy, and reliability.

Simply put: These are the vehicles that our expert staff would enthusiastically recommend to family and friends.

All Top Picks must come standard with key safety features, including automatic emergency braking (AEB*) that operates at highway speed and includes pedestrian detection.

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